Fishel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fishel Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $325,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.3 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$325,000
- Assets$9.9 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $760,500 | 22 | $11.5 million |
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 29 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 28 | $9.9 million |
How to apply
Fishel Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Fishel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 17 | $1.2 million |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $9,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $7,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $2,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Community Church | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $325,000 |
| Friends of the Conservatory | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $200,000 |
| The Catholic Foundation | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $200,000 |
| Upper Arlington Community Foundation | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $200,000 |
| Rapid 5 Project | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $150,000 |
| United Way of Central Ohio | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $75,000 |
| Choices for Victims of Domestic Violence | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $50,000 |
| Congregational Church of the Valley | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $10,000 |
| Homeport | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $10,000 |
| American Brain Tumor Association | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $7,000 |
| American Red Cross | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $7,000 |
| Lifecare Alliance | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $5,000 |
| Mid Ohio Food Collective | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $5,000 |
| Compassion and Choices | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $2,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease Research | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| Alvis Inc | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| Marburn Academy | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| Big Brothersbig Sisters of Central Ohio | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| Rosshirt Water for Africa | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army in Central Ohio | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| Seva Foundation | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $1,000 |
| Lettuce Work Foundation | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $500 |
| Wosu Public Media (Ohio State Univ Foundation) | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $500 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $100 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Contribute to the general fund of the organization | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane L Keeler
- Kathy C Blackstone
Questions people ask
Does Fishel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fishel Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Fishel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Diane L Keeler (Trustee) and Kathy C Blackstone (Treasurer).
What does Fishel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and international.